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Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Scranton YMCA has collected new and gently used Halloween costumes since September and is now displaying them on two racks and three tables at its Dunmore location for anyone in need until October 9—donations are still welcomed and a Trunk or Treat is planned for October 22. FOX 56
- ➤ This weekend, the Dunmore Cemetery Tour offers a free historical walk on Sunday at 2 p.m. at Dunmore Cemetery — local actors bring the past to life, and Butler Township hosts a family-friendly Fall Festival on Saturday with a parade at noon and trunk-or-treat activities while the Carbon County Environmental Education Center celebrates 40 years from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Summit Hill. WVIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Susquehanna Brewing Company hosted a stained glass workshop as part of its weekly Crafty Tuesday series that taught local participants autumn-themed glass design — the event featured Randy Lucas from Hillcrest Creations guiding beginners through cutting, foiling, and finishing techniques, and Tap Room Manager Eileen Rosen reported higher Tuesday attendance. FOX 56
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Scranton held its 24th Annual Conference on DISABILITY at the DeNaples Center, where speakers showed how AI—Access—Action can boost accessibility and jobs for people with disabilities. Founder Edward Leahy and his wife marked decades of commitment to support inclusion at this event. FOX 56
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Josh Shapiro criticized the state Senate in Lackawanna County on October 8 for stalling a final budget that has forced local governments to borrow money—he noted that Senate members only met for 32 days since his proposal and expects a final budget soon. WVIA
- ➤ Motorists on the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s Northeast Extension have seen crews demolish old toll plazas to install a new cashless tolling system that aims to improve safety and traffic flow. The work on the redesigned interchanges will continue until the end of 2026 — officials advise drivers to slow down and follow updated traffic patterns. FOX 56
- ➤ Governor Shapiro visited Lackawanna County today and announced a $6 million plan to turn an abandoned mine site in Mayfield into a large logistics hub—expected to create local job opportunities and spur growth. The project, part of a $39 million statewide initiative and already supported by $15 million from the Department of Environmental Protection—will add 160 construction jobs and 700 permanent jobs when finished. FOX 56
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At Penn State Scranton, about 15 students have been trained through the new Green Bandana Project to use the QPR method for mental health support. They learned about campus mental health resources at a fair and will wear project t-shirts this Friday — a step to help peers seek help whenever needed. PA Homepage
- ➤ Former student-athlete Eddie Kaufman died Tuesday morning at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia after battling leukemia for a year. His former coaches from Mid-Valley remembered him as a humble, determined young man—qualities that his community will miss. WNEP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Panther Valley girls volleyball team heads into the Schuylkill League playoffs with a 15 to 1 record — they aim for the league title. WNEP
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A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music and Dance Sensation
3:00 – 4:30 PM — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting return of Irish music and dance that has captivated audiences across the USA.
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Blast from the Past Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket price unknown — Relive the golden harmonies of The Del Satins, one of the iconic vocal groups of the 1960s.
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The Neil Diamond Experience
2-3:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience the tribute to Neil Diamond with captivating performances by Robert Neary.
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